A major 'partners in crime'when it comes to infecting our computers it is undeniably our USB storage device, call it Flash memory, Pendrive, Mp3 - Mp4 - Mp5, USB memories usually. And it is that if they do not have adequate protection, we can be part of the 'virus transport chain' infecting how much equipment is inserted.
However, the most effective way to protect our computer against USB memory virus is using usb-firewall, it is a free software for Windows that immediately detects any virus or malicious program that tries to run as soon as a USB device is inserted.
Specifically USB Firewall analyzes the boot file of the device, the known Autorun.inf and if it is infected with a malicious code, it will instantly give us the voice of alert to delete (Delete) said file and its malicious partner. (See fig.)
USB Firewall also allows the analysis and elimination of the Autorun of all the partitions or drives of the hard disk if they are infected, for this you will have to click on the button Clean All Partition (Wipe all partition).
It should be mentioned that USB Firewal does not need any update of Virus definitions, the Software due to its technology is capable of differentiating a boot file by itself good of other bad.
Recommended programs to vaccinate and protect your USB memory:
- USBDoctor, Block the autorun.inf and Recycler of your USB memory, read more.
- SOKX PRO, USB memory stick virus blocker.
- USB WriteProtector, Write protect your USB memory, read more.
- MX One, Excellent antivirus for USB sticks.
Official site | Download USB Firewall (3.35 Mb)